Lemon Cream Cheese Brownies Recipe
Indulge in the tangy sweetness of Lemon Cream Cheese Brownies. These decadent treats feature a vibrant lemon flavor complemented by a rich cream cheese swirl, creating a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cream Cheese Swirl:
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang.
- Mix Batter: Whisk melted butter and sugar, then add eggs, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla. Stir in flour and salt.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Swirl: Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Swirl: Pour batter into pan, add spoonfuls of cream cheese mixture, and swirl with a knife.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until set.
- Cool and Chill: Cool in the pan, then chill for at least 1 hour before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For extra brightness, top with powdered sugar or a lemon glaze.
- Flavors meld and improve the next day when fully chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
